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The Side Hustle Show

364: Public Domain Publishing: $100,000 Selling Classic Books on Amazon

Dec 5, 2019
Discover how to make passive income by republishing classic books in the public domain on Amazon. Learn from Aaron Kerr's success of earning over $110k through this side hustle. Get insights on what to publish, Amazon's rules, and how to stand out in the market.
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Quick takeaways

  • Public domain publishing offers low-cost entry with free inventory and passive royalties.
  • Differentiation through digital enhancements and timely content release is key for success.

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Public Domain Publishing Side Hustle: How to Create Passive Royalties from Republishing Classic Literature

Public domain publishing allows for republishing classic literature where copyrights have expired, earning passive royalties from sales on platforms like Amazon. It involves repurposing free content into Kindle versions for convenience and is a low barrier to entry business. Differentiating works through related collections is a key strategy to stand out in a competitive market. Timing is crucial to leverage upcoming public domain material and move swiftly to be first to market.

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